Golf Green Fees in Traverse City, MI
Traverse City is Michigan's premier golf destination, featuring 62 courses set amid cherry orchards, dunes, and Great Lakes vistas. Average weekday rates of $55 reflect the area's reputation for quality, with world-class tracks like Arcadia Bluffs and Crystal Downs nearby.
How much does public golf cost in Traverse City?
Public golf courses tracked by GreenFeeTracker in Traverse City average about $57 for weekday play, with known rates ranging from $39 to $80. The most affordable tracked course is Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Golf Course at $39 on weekdays. 52 courses allow walking. 7 offer twilight rates. Pricing changes by season, time of day, cart inclusion, and tee time availability — verify with the course before booking.
Pricing data last updated: Apr 28, 2026
Cheapest Public Golf Courses in Traverse City
Full listThe courses below have the lowest verified weekday rates tracked by GreenFeeTracker in Traverse City. Rates shown are for 18 holes on a weekday where available.
| Course | Weekday Rate | Twilight Rate | Walking |
|---|---|---|---|
| $39 | — | Yes | |
| $39 | — | Yes | |
| $39 | — | Yes | |
| $39 | — | Yes | |
| $45+cart | $40 | Yes |
Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Golf Course
$39
weekday · 18 holes
Walking allowedShanty Creek Resort - Summit Golf Course
$39
weekday · 18 holes
Walking allowedShanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Pro Shop
$39
weekday · 18 holes
Walking allowedShanty Creek Resort - Schuss Mountain Golf Course
$39
weekday · 18 holes
Walking allowedBay Meadows Family Golf Course
$45
weekday · 18 holes
Walking allowed5
Courses under $50
8
Courses under $75
52
Walking-friendly courses
7
Twilight deal courses
1
Senior rate courses
All Golf Courses in Traverse City
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| Twilight | Walk? | Verified | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Golf Course Cheapestpublic | $39 | — | — | Yes | 3.6(51) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
| $39 | — | — | Yes | 3.9(35) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 | |
| $39 | — | — | Yes | 4.0(1) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 | |
Shanty Creek Resort - Schuss Mountain Golf Course Best Valuepublic | $39 | — | — | Yes | 4.3(81) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
| $45+cart | $45 | $40 | Yes | 4.8(102) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 | |
Lakewood on the Green public | $54 | $64 | $29 | Yes | 4.6(103) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
Gaylord Country Club resort | $55 | $55 | $55 | Yes | 4.7(119) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
Spruce Run Golf Course public | $60 | $70 | $50 | Yes | 4.4(12) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
Cadillac Country Club public | $75 | $75 | — | Yes | 4.4(88) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
The Crown Golf Club public | $79 | $79 | $80 | Yes | 4.3(163) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
| $80 | $100 | $50 | Yes | 4.1(14) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 | |
The Bear Golf Course public | $80 | $100 | $50 | Yes | 4.4(233) | Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026 |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.1(114) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Wequetonsing Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.6(9) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Caberfae Peaks public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.6(2,149) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
The Heather Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.3(59) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
The Moor Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.3(35) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.3(145) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Interlochen Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.3(157) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Pinecroft Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.6(157) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort resort | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.5(250) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Kingsley Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.9(67) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Elmbrook Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.1(227) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Bahle Farms Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.8(224) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.6(122) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Crooked Tree Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.5(296) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Bay Harbor Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.7(402) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Charlevoix Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.2(31) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
The Highlands resort | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.4(1,119) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.5(86) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Charlevoix Country Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.5(179) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.7(224) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.1(58) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Dunmaglas Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.0(142) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.6(343) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
The Alpine Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.5(74) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Treetops Resort public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.3(3,096) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Otsego Resort public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 3.9(408) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Treetops Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.4(153) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.5(187) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.4(128) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Mulligans at the Bluffs public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.7(90) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Black Lake Golf Club public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.6(412) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Evergreen Golf Resort resort | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.1(1,172) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Doon Brae Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | — | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.1(40) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.2(78) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
Max Swings public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 5.0(10) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
The Farm Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.0(101) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.1(27) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
| Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.3(45) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates | |
The Chief Golf Course public | Call for rates | — | — | Yes | 4.4(266) | No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates |
Best Value Public Golf Courses in Traverse City
Ranked by Google rating relative to weekday rate (rating ÷ price). A higher score means more highly rated for the price. This is a directional guide — value also depends on course conditions, location, and personal preference.
| Course | Weekday Rate | Rating | Value Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| $39 | 4.3(81) | 0.110 | |
| $45 | 4.8(102) | 0.107 | |
| $39 | 4.0(1) | 0.103 | |
| $39 | 3.9(35) | 0.100 | |
| $39 | 3.6(51) | 0.092 |
Twilight Golf Rates in Traverse City
7 courses in Traverse City currently have twilight rates tracked by GreenFeeTracker. Twilight availability, start times, and pricing vary by season and day — confirm with the course before booking.
| Course | Twilight Rate | Weekday Rate | Est. Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood on the Green | $29 | $54 | Save $25 |
| Bay Meadows Family Golf Course | $40 | $45 | Save $5 |
| Spruce Run Golf Course | $50 | $60 | Save $10 |
| The Wolverine Golf Course | $50 | $80 | Save $30 |
| The Bear Golf Course | $50 | $80 | Save $30 |
| Gaylord Country Club | $55 | $55 | — |
| The Crown Golf Club | $80 | $79 | — |
Walking-Friendly Public Golf Courses in Traverse City
52 of the 52 public courses tracked by GreenFeeTracker in Traverse City allow walking. Walking availability may vary by day, time, or season — confirm with the course.
| Course | Walking Policy | Weekday Rate | Walking Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Golf Course | Allowed | $39 | — |
| Shanty Creek Resort - Summit Golf Course | Allowed | $39 | — |
| Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Pro Shop | Allowed | $39 | — |
| Shanty Creek Resort - Schuss Mountain Golf Course | Allowed | $39 | — |
| Bay Meadows Family Golf Course | Allowed | $45 | $35 |
| Lakewood on the Green | Allowed | $54 | — |
| Gaylord Country Club | Allowed | $55 | — |
| Spruce Run Golf Course | Allowed | $60 | $40 |
| Cadillac Country Club | Allowed | $75 | — |
| The Crown Golf Club | Allowed | $79 | — |
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About this pricing data
Green fees in Traverse City change by season, day of week, tee time, cart inclusion, residency status, and booking channel. Some rates may be missing or not yet available. GreenFeeTracker collects publicly available pricing data where possible — some courses do not publish rates online. Always verify directly with the course before booking. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect recent price changes.